GiniChat

Let’s talk

Chat Freely, Make Friends.

Online video calling website for the internet generation, who just wants to make online friends

The Project

The task involves creating a website similar to Chatroulette, an online platform that connects users randomly for video-based conversations. Users can start a chat session (audio and video) with a randomly selected participant. They can also end the current chat anytime and immediately join a new random connection with another user.

There are numerous chat rooms available on the internet, most of which have a standard user interface where the screen is divided into two equal sections, each displaying the video at the same scale. However, the specific requirement here was to create a unique interface where the user’s video appears in a smaller window, while the connected person’s video is displayed larger, ensuring a more focused and immersive chat experience.

Additionally, the platform should allow users to view their connection history, add people as friends, upload status updates, and view the status updates shared by their added friends.

Year:

2024

Designed BY:

Pavan Raj

Contribution:

User Interview
Journey Mapping
Ideation
Product Design
Low & Hi-Fidelity prototype

The Project Timeline

The Beginning

Can you create a sleek and engaging video chat website where the chat room evokes a refined, sensual, mysterious, and calm mood, while also offering a premium look? The logo will be provided, and the color palette can be discussed and finalized upon approval.

Duration: 1 week

Wireframing

I created the initial wireframes to serve as a visual blueprint, outlining the structure and layout of the digital product before moving into design and development.

The entire project remained User-focused. The requirement of changes were incorporated through thorough market research and user feedback into every stage from the initial stage of Ideation, wire framing to final usability testing, ensuring a user-centric Video calling Website.

Duration: 2 Weeks

Research

I conducted thorough research to address the requirement and conducted user interviews to gain Idea on how a chat room should be.

Duration: 2 weeks

Visual Design

I developed a visually appealing interface that aligns with the video calling website that meets the requirement of calm and mysterious mood.

Duration: 1 Week

Usability Testing

I conducted unmoderated usability testing with the selected test subjects I identified during my research to identify and resolve any usability issues.

PERSONAS

Goals

Meet like-minded individuals to discuss technology and hobbies.
Use the platform to learn about new cultures and perspectives.
Find a quick and hassle-free platform to unwind after work.

Goals

Connect with diverse people to spark creative ideas.
Discover interesting trends in other cultures.
Use the platform as a stress-buster between tight deadlines.

Goals

Share and gain inspiration from fellow creatives.
Explore innovative design concepts through discussions.
Socialize and make casual connections during breaks.

Frustrations

Platforms with intrusive ads or complicated UIs.
Fear of encountering inappropriate or toxic behavior online.
Difficulty in finding users with similar interests.

Frustrations

Poor matchmaking leading to mismatched conversations.
Sites with slow loading times or outdated designs.
Lack of integration with creative tools or platforms.

Frustrations

Platforms with outdated or cluttered designs.
Too many pop-ups disrupting the experience.
Lack of real-time language translation for global communication.

Preferred Features:

Filter by interests: Technology, movies, or hobbies.
Report/block button for inappropriate behavior.
Night mode for eye comfort.
High-quality video and seamless performance.

Preferred Features:

A visually rich and clean UI.
Language translation for seamless global interaction.
Options for customizing profile appearance.
Detailed user reviews for trustworthiness.

Preferred Features:

Tagging system for creative interests like art, design, or gaming.
Integrated whiteboard or sketchpad for brainstorming sessions.
Option for short video introductions to gauge personality.
Smooth animations and a modern, minimalistic interface.

PERSONAS

Anita's

How she Says?

"It’s great to connect with people who share my love for tech."
"Why can’t more platforms have better moderation tools?"
"I wish I could find more people who share niche interests."

Says

What she Thinks?

"I hope I can find someone interesting to talk to after work."
"This platform should let me avoid inappropriate interactions."
"I don’t want to spend too much time learning how to use the platform."

Thinks

Does

How she Does?

Logs in during evenings or weekends.
Sets up filters to connect with individuals sharing her interests.
Blocks or reports users who behave inappropriately.

Feels

How she Feels?

Relaxed and curious when meeting like-minded people.
Frustrated by a lack of relevant filters or encountering bad behavior.
Empowered when she can control her experience with safety features.

Daniel's

How he Says?

"This tagging system is exactly what I needed to find like-minded people!"
"The platform’s design could use some improvement—it feels outdated."
"I love how easy it is to start a meaningful conversation here."

Says

What he Thinks?

"I want to talk to creative people who inspire me."
"This should be a space where I can relax without judgment."
"It’d be great if the platform had tools for creative collaboration."

Thinks

Does

How he Does?

Logs in during breaks or late nights.
Engages in creative discussions or casual chats.
Saves contacts of users he connects with for future collaborations.

Feels

How he Feels?

Excited when meeting others who share a passion for design or gaming.
Anxious about awkward interactions with strangers.
Annoyed when the platform feels slow or unintuitive.

Neel's

How he Says?

"This is a refreshing way to meet people beyond my usual circle!"
"The language translation feature makes it so easy to connect globally."
"I wish there were more profile customization options."

Says

What he Thinks?

"I hope this platform is visually appealing and well-designed."
"How do I find people from different countries to talk to?"
"It’s nice when platforms have customization options."

Thinks

Does

How he Does?

Logs in during breaks to de-stress or spark creativity.
Uses language translation tools to chat with global users.
Customizes his profile to reflect his personality.

Feels

How he Feels?

Inspired when engaging with diverse individuals and cultures.
Stressed if the platform feels cluttered or unappealing.
Comfortable when the UI is intuitive and streamlined.

Research

Primary Research

I conducted a primary research to -

Understand the target audience’s expectations and pain points with existing video chat platforms.
Identify key features and functionalities users want (e.g., filters, privacy controls).
Explore how users perceive safety, anonymity, and ease of use on such platforms.
Investigate how cultural and regional differences impact user interactions and preferences.